Dr Russell Kabir
Dr. Russell Kabir is a distinguished Associate Professor of Public Health & Biostatistics at Anglia Ruskin University, UK, bringing over 15 years of exceptional teaching experience and a unique multidisciplinary background that spans both clinical practice and academic research. Originally trained as a qualified dentist with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from the University of Dhaka and having practiced as a dental surgeon in Bangladesh, Dr. Kabir transitioned into public health academia where he has made remarkable contributions to the field.
His academic journey encompasses multiple prestigious institutions across continents. Dr. Kabir holds a PhD in Public Health from Middlesex University, an MSc in Research Methods, and is currently pursuing an MSc in Computer Science with Data Science from the University of Wolverhampton demonstrating his commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with traditional public health approaches.
As a prolific researcher with an impressive h-index of 35, Dr. Kabir has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals and maintains editorial positions with leading publications including PLoS One, BMC Public Health, and the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. His research expertise spans public health epidemiology, mental health and suicide prevention, violence against women, climate change impacts on health, and artificial intelligence in healthcare.
Dr. Kabir's teaching excellence has been consistently recognized through numerous nominations and awards, including the "Outstanding Supervisor Award" (2020-21) by Anglia Ruskin University and the IJERPH "Outstanding Reviewer Award" (2021). His 15 years of teaching experience encompasses course leadership for multiple MSc and MPH programs, module development, and supervision of over 20 PhD and MPhil students to successful completion.
His authored books, including "Data Analysis with Stata: A Comprehensive Guide" (2022), "Learning SPSS without Pain" (2021), and "Basic Principles of Epidemiology" (2023), have become essential resources for students and researchers globally. As a Fellow of the Royal Statistical Society and the Higher Education Academy, Dr. Kabir serves as an external examiner for multiple UK universities and maintains active collaborations with institutions worldwide.
Dr. Kabir's unique combination of clinical training as a qualified dentist, extensive research portfolio, proven teaching excellence over 15 years, and innovative approach to integrating technology with public health makes him a respected leader in global health education and research.